https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/colchester-bifold-door-repairs-near-me/ Bi Fold Door Repair - 3 Simple Fixes They can be an attractive addition to any house. They allow you to move between rooms, and also provide uninterrupted views. However, bi fold doors can often get out of alignment which could be dangerous and problematic for people who regularly use them. There are, however, easy solutions to repair your bifold door. Cracked Pivot Pin Like any door, bi fold doors will experience some wear and tear with time. Some of this wear and tear may result from an unsuitable setup or weather conditions, but most of the problems encountered by bifold doors can be solved with some simple maintenance. The most frequent issue with a bi fold door is when it starts to sag or scrape against the floor. This could be due to adding carpet or by changing flooring materials. It can also be due to faulty hardware, or pins that are broken. Three simple adjustments are possible to correct this problem. Start by loosening a bit the screw on the top of the pivot bolt with an adjustable wrench. Then, use a screwdriver and tighten it up again. This will help to re-align the door. may need repeat this process several times to get the door into the correct alignment. Verify that the anchors/pivots on top as well as bottom have not cracked. If they are cracked, you can glue them to each other. However it's likely to be a temporary fix. If the crack is severe the need to replace the pivot pin. You can also remove the broken pivot pin, and then find a machine shop to make the new cap using Delrin or Nylon. Then you can put it on the metal pin that's already there. You'll need to provide the machine shop the broken cover to allow them to duplicate the dimensions of the outside. In the end, you can grease the pivot bolt using grease. This will allow it to slide more smoothly, but you must ensure that the grease doesn't contain Molybdenum Di Sulfide, as it can cause corrosion in high str